SBC oil capacity problem???
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Racer
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SBC oil capacity problem???
I'm finally ready to try the cam break in on this rebuilt sbc.
I filled the oil filter (PH25) and just over 4 1/2 qts in crank case.
The dip stick still at ADD mark. Using all orginal parts.
I think it will take 6 qts to come to FULL mark.
Is this too much?
Thanks
I filled the oil filter (PH25) and just over 4 1/2 qts in crank case.
The dip stick still at ADD mark. Using all orginal parts.
I think it will take 6 qts to come to FULL mark.
Is this too much?
Thanks
Melting Slicks
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From: Wauconda IL
Have you oil primed the engine yet? If not, I'd do that first and check the stick again and add oil as needed.
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5 quarts should be enough including the filter dependng on the pan, could be more not less
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Stock pan, stock oil filter, stock oil level including the filter.
Start the engine for a few minutes and shut it off. Leave it over night and check the oil level again
Start the engine for a few minutes and shut it off. Leave it over night and check the oil level again
